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When using electrical appliances, basic safety precautions should always be followed to reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, and/or injury to
persons, including the following:
1. Read all instructions.
2. This appliance is not intended for use by persons (including
children) with reduced physical, sensory, or mental capabilities,
or lack of experience and knowledge, unless they are closely
supervised and instructed concerning use of the appliance by a
person responsible for their safety.
3. Close supervision is necessary when any appliance is used by or
near children. Children should be supervised to ensure that they
do not play with the appliance.
4. Do not touch hot surfaces. Use handles or knobs.
5. To protect against electric shock, do not immerse cord, plug, or
base in water or other liquid.
6. Unplug from outlet when not in use and before cleaning. Allow
to cool before putting on or taking off parts.
7. Do not operate any appliance with a damaged cord or plug,
or after the appliance malfunctions or is dropped or damaged
in any manner. Call our toll-free customer service number for
information on examination, repair, or adjustment.
8. The use of accessory attachments not recommended by the
appliance manufacturer may cause injuries.
9. Do not use outdoors.
10. Do not let cord hang over edge of table or counter, or touch hot
surfaces, including stove.
11. Do not place on or near a hot gas or electric burner, or in a
heated oven.
12. To disconnect, Pause or Reset/Stop the appliance and then
remove plug from wall outlet.
13. Do not use appliance for other than intended use.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS!
Other Consumer Safety Information
This product is intended for household use only.
wWARNING
a polarized plug (one wide blade) to reduce the risk of electric shock.
The plug fits only one way into a polarized outlet. Do not defeat the
safety purpose of the plug by modifying the plug in any way or by
using an adapter. If the plug does not fit fully into the outlet, reverse
the plug. If it still does not fit, have an electrician replace the outlet.
Electrical Shock Hazard: This product is provided with
The length of the cord used on this appliance was selected to reduce
the hazards of becoming tangled in or tripping over a longer cord. If
a longer cord is necessary, an approved extension cord may be used.
The electrical rating of the extension cord must be equal to or greater
than the rating of the appliance. Care must be taken to arrange
the extension cord so that it will not drape over the countertop or
tabletop where it can be pulled on by children or accidentally tripped
over.
To avoid an electrical circuit overload, do not use another highwattage appliance on the same circuit with this appliance.
If using the fruit roll sheet, place sheet in the top tray. For best results,
do not use more than two fruit roll sheets and place in the top two
trays. Always stack the top tray last, before the lid, for proper drying.
How to Use the Dehydrator
NOTES:
• Food should be stored in
an airtight container once
properly cooled.
• To START, PAUSE, or RESET:
Press the
• To Change Time or
Temperature During Drying
Without Pausing or Resetting:
Press the T
once for time or twice for
temperature. The last setting
will flash. Use arrows to adjust.
Unit will continue drying
automatically at the new
setting.
4
START/PAUSE
IME/TEMP button
button.
1
Plug in unit. Default time “00” will
flash on the display.
Press the + or – arrow to set
the drying temperature. Press
IME/TEMP button to adjust the
the T
temperature for Fahrenheit. Press
and hold the TIME/TEMPbutton for
2 seconds while TEMP is
displayed to change from ºF
to ºC. Temperature can be
set from 100°F to 160°F in 5°
increments. NOTE: Default
setting is Fahrenheit. If you reset
this unit or unplug it while it is
set for Celsius, it will go back to
Fahrenheit.
2
Press the + arrow to set the
drying time. Maximum drying
time is 48 hours, which can be
set in 1-hour increments.
3
Press the T
set the temperature. Default
temperature “130” will flash on
the display.
Press the START/PAUSE button to start
drying. The display will alternate
from showing TIME and TEMP
over the drying period.
9
If drying is complete before programmed time has ended, PAUSE or STOP unit
and then unplug. Let food cool completely on trays or wire rack before storing.
To PAUSE to Check Food: Press
the START/PAUSE button and unit
will pause. Display will flash “PA.”
Press the START/PAUSE button again
to resume drying.
10
To RESET: Press and hold the START/
PAUSE button for 2 seconds; “00”
will flash in display. To continue
drying, press
set a new time and temperature.
TIME/TEMP
button to
8
To STOP “00” flashing: Press and
hold the
for an additional 2 seconds. “00”
will still appear in display and
not flash. If drying is complete,
unplug the unit.
START/PAUSE
button again
Food Safety Tips
• For food safety, to help ensure any bacteria present are destroyed,
choose pretreatment or post treatment from below:
• Pretreatment of Meat Prior to Dehydrating – Heat oven to 350°F
(177°C). Drain and discard marinade from meat. Pat dry with paper
towels and place meat in a single layer, leaving a space around
each piece on baking sheet. Bake 5 to 10 minutes or until internal
temperature reaches 160°F (72°C). Poultry must reach 165°F (74°C).
NOTE: This method may reduce drying time and may result in a
drier texture.
• Post Treatment of Meat After Dehydrating – Heat oven to 275°F
(135°C). Line a large baking sheet with foil. Place jerky in a single
layer, leaving a small space around each piece. Bake for 10 to 12
minutes. Cool completely on a wire rack. Pat jerky dry with paper
towels to remove any surface fats before storing.
• Marinating meats helps with the flavor and texture of jerky. Do not
marinate meat longer than recipe or package directions call for.
TIP: Post treatment of meat after dehydrating may result in a more
desirable jerky texture. Try each treatment to determine which jerky you
like best.
• Visit www.usda.gov for any questions on meat and food safety.
• Never dehydrate meats with fruits and vegetables, due to crosscontamination of foods. Meats dry at a different temperature from
fruits or vegetables.
• All dehydrated foods must be cooled completely before storing.
• For food safety, complete the food drying process. Do not start and
stop the process for longer than 5 minutes. You may pause the
process to check on the food’s dryness or to remove dehydrated
pieces.
• Always wash hands before starting food preparation.
• Wash all fruits and vegetables before preparation.
• Choose fruits and vegetables that are in season for the best flavor.
• Discard any fruits and vegetables that have bruises or mold.
• Cut foods the same thickness, size, or shape before drying to
ensure even drying.
• Some foods, like garlic, onions, cauliflower, and broccoli, have a
strong smell when drying.
B. Pretreatment
• Some fruits and vegetables require pretreatment before drying.
Blanch or add color protectors to preserve natural color.
How to Blanch (see *B on pages 10 and 11)
Blanching is recommended for some vegetables to help prevent
color and flavor loss during drying and storage. Blanching is
used to break the skins on some fruits to help shorten the drying
process.
• Bring a large stockpot filled with cold water to a rolling boil.
• Place cleaned fruits or vegetables in a strainer with a handle.
• Dip strainer into the boiling water for the recommended time.
• Make sure that all the fruits or vegetables are covered with water
for even blanching.
• After blanching is complete, plunge into a large bowl filled with
ice water to stop the blanching process.
• Drain and completely pat dry the fruits or vegetables before
dehydrating.
How to Protect Color (see #C on page 10)
Some fruits and potatoes may discolor during the drying process.
To protect the color, follow these steps.
• Prepare a solution of equal parts lemon juice and water.
• Dip pieces into the solution; drain.
• If using a commercial fruit preservative, follow package
directions.
C. Determining Dryness
• Many things influence drying time, including moisture content,
type and amount of food, shape and evenness of food slices, air
temperature, humidity, and your personal preference in texture of
your food.
• Drying charts are a guideline. Drying times and temperatures vary
for different types of foods; start checking food at the minimum
recommended time referenced on the chart. If the food is not listed
on the chart, pick a similar food.
• Combine any remaining food to upper trays for ease of checking
doneness.
• Check all trays for doneness at the minimum recommended time
on the chart.
• All fruits should be able to bend and be slightly soft but not be
tacky, except for apples and bananas which should be crisp.
• All vegetables should be crisp and easily broken.
• Fruit rolls can be made with peeled and pitted pureed fresh fruits;
canned fruit that has been well drained and pureed; defrosted
frozen fruit, drained and pureed; or with store-bought applesauce.
• Fruits that are higher in pectin (apples, apricots, blueberries,
grapes, peaches, pears, pineapples, and plums) will make a fruit
roll with a nice leatherlike texture.
• When using a low-pectin fruit (grapefruits, lemons, limes, oranges,
raspberries, and strawberries), combine with a higher-pectin fruit
for an easy peelable fruit roll.
• Lightly spray the fruit roll sheet with nonstick cooking spray or
lightly grease with vegetable oil before adding your pureed fruit.
• Evenly spread about 3/4 cup to 1 cup (177 ml to 237 ml) puree on
the prepared fruit roll sheet about 1/4 inch (0.6 cm) thick.
• Add the fruit roll sheet to one of the top two trays for drying.
• Fruit rolls should be checked for doneness starting at 4 hours.
• Fruit rolls will be slightly tacky when dried.
• Always remove the fruit roll from the sheet after cooling for 15
minutes.
• The fruit roll should be slightly warm to easily remove from the fruit
roll sheet.
• Once rolled up, cool completely before storing in an airtight
container.
Storing Dehydrated Food
• Dehydrated foods have to be cooled completely before packaging.
• Properly dried foods need to be stored in a clean, dry, airtight
container, such as resealable plastic bags, plastic containers, or glass
canning jars with a tight-fitting lid, to keep foods from rehydrating.
• Store all packages in a cool, dry place.
• Dried fruits stored at 60°F (16°C) may keep up to 1 year, while
vegetables stored at 60°F (16°C) may keep up to 6 months.
• Fruit rolls stored at room temperature may keep up to 1 month, if
stored properly.
• If jerky has been properly dried, cooled, and packaged, it may be
stored up to 2 months in an airtight container at room temperature.
• Storing at higher temperature locations will shorten the storing time.
Place packaged foods in the freezer for a longer storing time.
• It is a good practice to check dehydrated foods daily. Dehydrate
again if you see fruits and vegetables getting soft or if they have
condensation on them. Check frequently during the additional
drying, since this process will be much shorter.
• Always check the condition of your food prior to consumption.
When in doubt, throw it out.
*B = Blanching #C = Color Protector (See “How to Blanch” and “How to Protect Color” on page 8)
FruitHow to PreparePretreatment/Time Dehydrating Time**High-Pectin Fruit
ApplesPeeled, sliced 1/4 inch (0.6 cm) thick#C8 to 12 hoursYes
Apricots
BananasSliced 1/4 inch (0.6 cm) thick#C6 to 10 hoursNo
BlueberriesWhole*B/1 minute14 to 18 hoursYes
CherriesPitted, halved–22 to 26 hoursNo
CranberriesWhole*B/1 minute17 to 21 hoursYes
Green or Red Seedless GrapesHalved–19 to 23 hoursYes
KiwiSliced 1/4 inch (0.6 cm) thick–8 to 12 hoursYes
Lemons, Limes, or OrangesSliced 1/4 inch (0.6 cm) thick–17 to 21 hoursNo
Mangoes
Nectarines
PeachesPeeled, sliced 1/4 inch (0.6 cm) thick#C11 to 15 hoursYes
PearsPeeled, sliced 1/4 inch (0.6 cm) thick#C10 to 14 hoursYes
Pineapples
PlumsPitted, sliced in eighths–23 to 27 hoursYes
StrawberriesSliced 1/4 inch (0.6 cm) thick–6 to 10 hoursNo
Pitted, peeled, sliced
1/4 inch (0.6 cm) thick
Peeled, pitted, sliced
1/4 inch (0.6 cm) thick
Peeled, pitted, sliced
1/4 inch (0.6 cm) thick
Peeled, cored, sliced
1/4 inch (0.6 cm) thick
#C15 to 19 hoursYes
–13 to 17 hoursNo
#C11 to 15 hoursYes
–12 to 16 hoursYes
**Times may vary depending on the ripeness of your fruits and amount per tray. See “Dehydrating Fruits and Vegetables” on pages 8 and 9.
VegetableHow to PreparePretreatment/TimeDehydrating Time**
Bell PeppersSliced 1/4 inch (0.6 cm) thick–9 to 13 hours
BroccoliSmall florets*B/2 minutes9 to 13 hours
CarrotsSliced diagonally 1/4 inch (0.6 cm) thick*B/2 minutes11 to 15 hours
CauliflowerSmall florets*B/2 minutes8 to 12 hours
CelerySliced diagonally 1/4 inch (0.6 cm) thick–5 to 9 hours
Grape TomatoesHalved–13 to 17 hours
Green BeansSliced 1/4 inch (0.6 cm) thick*B/2 minutes12 to 16 hours
MushroomsSliced 1/4 inch (0.6 cm) thick–8 to 12 hours
OnionsSliced 1/4 inch (0.6 cm) thick–14 to 18 hours
Squash, Yellow or ZucchiniSliced 1/4 inch (0.6 cm) thick–7 to 11 hours
TomatoesSliced 1/4 inch (0.6 cm) thick–10 to 13 hours
**Times may vary depending on the water content of your vegetables.
• Herb leaves that are larger such as basil, bay leaves, mint, sage, or sorrel should be picked from the stems before drying.
• Herbs such as cilantro, dill, parsley, or rosemary should be kept on the stem for drying. It is easier to remove the herbs after drying.
• Always rinse herbs with cold water and carefully remove any remaining water with a salad spinner or paper towels. Herbs must be
completely dried before dehydrating begins.
• Small herbs should be placed on the mesh screen for the best drying.
• Herbs are fast-drying when compared to fruits, vegetables, and marinated meats.
• Herbs crumble easily when dried.
• Herbs must be cooled completely before storing in an airtight container.
Dehydrating Chart for Herbs at 100°F (40°C)
Fresh HerbDehydrating Time**
Basil4 to 6 hours
Chives5 to 7 hours
Cilantro4 to 6 hours
Mint5 to 7 hours
Parsley4 to 6 hours
Rosemary5 to 7 hours
**Times may vary depending on the water content of your herbs.
• Wash your hands with soap and warm water before preparation of
jerky.
• Choose lean cuts of meat for jerky.
• Trim any fat from meat before marinating.
• Wrap meat in plastic wrap and freeze for a minimum of 1 hour for
easy slicing before marinating.
• Marinate in a heavy-duty resealable plastic zipper bag or a glass
dish. Do not use a metal pan for marinating, since it causes a flavor
change and a possible reaction of the marinade to the metal of the
pan.
• Always marinate meats for jerky in a refrigerator; drain and discard
marinade before drying.
• Dehydrate jerky according to the recipe or follow jerky preparation
according to package directions.
NOTE: For food safety, to help ensure any bacteria present are destroyed, choose pretreatment or post treatment from below:
• Pretreatment of Meat Prior to Dehydrating – Heat oven to 350°F (177°C). Drain and discard marinade from meat. Pat dry with paper towels and
place meat in a single layer, leaving a space around each piece on baking sheet. Bake 5 to 10 minutes or until internal temperature reaches 160°F
(72°C). Poultry must reach 165°F (74°C). NOTE: This method may reduce drying time and may result in a drier texture.
• Post Treatment of Meat After Dehydrating – Heat oven to 275°F (135°C). Line a large baking sheet with foil. Place jerky in a single layer, leaving a
small space around each piece. Bake for 10 to 12 minutes. Cool completely on a wire rack. Pat jerky dry with paper towels to remove any surface
fats before storing.
• Check jerky after 4 hours and every 30 minutes after.
• Jerky is dry when it cracks without breaking when bent.
• Pat jerky dry with a paper towel to remove any surface fats and
cool completely before storing in an airtight container.
• If jerky has been properly dried, cooled, and packaged, it may be
stored up to 2 months in an airtight container at room temperature.
• Always slice meats against the grain for a more tender jerky.
• Meat slices should be no more than 1/4 inch (0.6 cm) thick,
4 inches (10.2 cm) long and 2 inches (5.1 cm) wide.
• Never marinate meat at room temperature. Always refrigerate meat
when marinating.
2 cups (473 ml) root beer
1 cup (237 ml) whiskey
1/2 cup (118 ml) molasses
1/2 cup (118 ml) brown sugar
1/2 cup (118 ml) soy sauce
2 Tablespoons (30 ml) liquid smoke
1 Tablespoon (15 ml) garlic powder
1 Tablespoon (15 ml) chili powder
Directions:
1. Place beef in a resealable plastic freezer bag and freeze for 1 hour
or until firm enough to slice easily.
2. In a medium bowl, mix remaining ingredients until brown sugar is
dissolved.
3. Remove beef from freezer and slice against the grain into
1/4-inch-thick (0.6-cm) slices.
4. Add beef and marinade to bag, making sure meat is completely
covered with marinade.
5. Close bag and refrigerate 8 to 12 hours.
6. Drain and discard marinade. Pat all slices of beef with paper
towels.
7. Place beef slices in a single layer on the first tray, leaving space
around each slice for proper drying. Fill trays with remaining beef
slices.
8. Stack trays on base with the top tray last.
9. Set the dehydrator to 160°F (70°C) for 4 to 8 hours. Start checking
beef for doneness at 4 hours and then every 30 minutes. Jerky
is dry when you can bend it and and the top cracks, but the slice
does not break.
10. Heat oven to 275°F (135°C).
11. Line a large cookie sheet with aluminum foil. Place jerky in a
single layer, leaving a small space around each slice.
12. Bake for 10 to 12 minutes. Cool completely on a wire rack. Pat dry
with paper towels before storing in an airtight container.
3/4 cup (177 ml) Worcestershire sauce
1/2 cup (118 ml) water
1/2 cup (118 ml) soy sauce
1/3 cup (79 ml) teriyaki sauce
1 Tablespoon (15 ml) onion powder
1 Tablespoon (15 ml) Old Bay
1 Tablespoon (15 ml) liquid smoke
2 teaspoons (10 ml) Cajun seasoning
1 teaspoon (5 ml) celery seed
Directions:
1. Place beef in a resealable plastic freezer bag and freeze for 1 hour
or until firm enough to slice easily.
2. In a medium bowl, mix remaining ingredients.
3. Remove beef from freezer and slice against the grain into
1/4-inch-thick (0.6-cm) slices.
4. Divide beef and marinade between 2 bags, making sure meat is
completely covered with marinade.
5. Close bag and refrigerate 8 to 12 hours.
6. Drain and discard marinade. Pat all slices of beef with paper
towels.
7. Place beef slices in a single layer on the first tray, leaving space
around each slice for proper drying. Fill trays with remaining beef
slices.
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Seasoning
8. Stack trays on base with the top tray last.
9. Set the dehydrator to 160°F (70°C) for 4 to 8 hours. Start checking
beef for doneness at 4 hours and then every 30 minutes. Jerky
is dry when you can bend it and and the top cracks, but the slice
does not break.
10. Heat oven to 275°F (135°C).
11. Line a large cookie sheet with aluminum foil. Place jerky in a
single layer, leaving a small space around each slice.
12. Bake for 10 to 12 minutes. Cool completely on a wire rack. Pat dry
with paper towels before storing in an airtight container.
2 cups (473 ml) pineapple juice
1 bottle (15 ounces/444 ml) soy sauce
1 1/2 cups (355 ml) packed light brown sugar
1 cup (237 ml) rice vinegar
6 large garlic cloves, halved
2 small dried red chilis, halved
Directions:
1. Place beef in a resealable plastic freezer bag and freeze for 1 hour
or until firm enough to slice easily.
2. In a medium bowl, mix remaining ingredients until brown sugar is
dissolved.
3. Remove beef from freezer and slice against the grain into
1/4-inch-thick (0.6-cm) slices.
4. Add beef and marinade to bag, making sure meat is completely
covered with marinade.
5. Close bag and refrigerate 8 to 12 hours.
6. Drain and discard marinade. Pat all slices of beef with paper
towels.
7. Place beef slices in a single layer on the first tray, leaving space
around each slice for proper drying. Fill trays with remaining beef
slices.
8. Stack trays on base with the top tray last.
9. Set the dehydrator to 160°F (70°C) for 4 to 8 hours. Start checking
beef for doneness at 4 hours and then every 30 minutes. Jerky
is dry when you can bend it and and the top cracks, but the slice
does not break.
10. Heat oven to 275°F (135°C).
11. Line a large cookie sheet with aluminum foil. Place jerky in a
single layer, leaving a small space around each slice.
12. Bake for 10 to 12 minutes. Cool completely on a wire rack. Pat dry
with paper towels before storing in an airtight container.